Laparoscopic cholecystectomy in situs inversus totalis: is it safe?

Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2010 Jul;92(5):W30-2. doi: 10.1308/147870810X12699662980277. Epub 2010 Jun 7.

Abstract

Situs inversus totalis (SIT) is a rare defect of genetic predisposition. It may cause difficulties in the diagnostic and therapeutic management of abdominal pathology due to the mirror-image anatomy. We report the management of a case of symptomatic cholelithiasis with emphasis on its surgical technique combined with a review of the literature.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic / adverse effects
  • Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic / methods*
  • Cholelithiasis / complications
  • Cholelithiasis / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Situs Inversus / complications*